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Home LivingSmart HomeNew report says the HomePod mini 2 is real and coming next yearNow that the big HomePods are back, Apple is reportedly turning its attention to its smaller smart home speakerWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Now that the big HomePods are back, Apple is reportedly turning its attention to its smaller smart home speaker
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After the surprise resurrection of the large HomePods smart speakers in the shape of theHomePods (second generation),Appleis reportedly thinking small – or rather, mini. While multiple reports say we shouldn’t expect to see theHomePods mini 2this year, Apple is apparently planning mass production of second-gen small speakers for 2024.
The news comes via analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who posted onTwitterthat key supplier Goertek has “secured NPI and assembly orders for HomePod mini 2”. NPI is short for New Product Introduction, and it’s the process of bringing together all the resources required to make a brand new product.
So what can we expect?
What upgrades will the HomePods mini 2 have?
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